NEWS & EVENTS
Recognized for Excellence—The Forbidden Heiress is a 3x Award Finalist
Apparently family secrets, corporate conspiracies, and murderous succession plans are award-worthy. 😏🗡️
The Forbidden Heiress is making its mark in 2026. The novel is a 3x award finalist: Silver Falchion Awards, Reader Views Book Awards, and the Next Generation Indie Book Awards—in the thriller/suspense category.
In this Succession meets Knives Out inheritance thriller, cancer researcher Dr. Sabree Warner uncovers deadly family secrets within a powerful pharmaceutical dynasty—secrets some will kill to protect. Released in October 2025, The Forbidden Heiress joins Gledé's award-winning collection of psychological thrillers exploring power, privilege, and deception.
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Killer Nashville 2026
I'm honored to be a featured panelist at Killer Nashville 2026, one of the premier conferences for mystery, thriller, and suspense writers and readers.
This year, I'll appear on three craft panels, including moderating a discussion on the art of misdirection in mystery fiction. From building unforgettable secrets to creating edge-of-your-seat tension, these sessions explore the storytelling techniques behind compelling psychological suspense.
Featured Panels
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What They're Hiding: Using Secrets to Build Tension and Depth
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The Art of Misdirection: Using Red Herrings to Drive Your Mystery (Moderator)
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Stakes & Tension in Mystery & Thriller Fiction
I'll also be signing books throughout the conference and would love to meet readers, writers, and fellow thriller enthusiasts. I hope to see you there.
Upcoming Events
Author Branding That Works (Speaker)
June 18, 2026
Virtual
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June 27, 2026
North Kingstown, RI
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July 18, 2026
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July 11, 2026
Pawtucket, RI
Association of Rhode Island
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August 15, 2026
Warwick, RI
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August 20-23, 2026
Franklin, TN
October 9-12, 2026
Woonsocket, RI
New England Crime Bake
November 6-8, 2026
Dedham, MA
A Game of Malice Named a Finalist in the BestThrillers.com 2024 Book Awards!
Out of thousands of titles, A Game of Malice earned a coveted spot among the 60 finalists in the BestThrillers.com 2024 Book Awards — one of the most respected recognition programs in the thriller genre. Selected from across 15 competitive categories, this honor places the book in exceptional company and is a testament to the story's dark, gripping pull.
If you haven't yet stepped into the world of A Game of Malice — where the deadliest lessons aren't taught in the classroom — now is the perfect time.